Your Trusted Fence Contractor in Woodway, WA for Estate Properties and Bluff Terrain

Woodway Fence Permit Requirements and Code Rules

Woodway requires a building permit for every new perimeter and property line fence, whatever its height. Our team helps with the permit process: we prepare the site plan, assist with the application to the Town of Woodway, coordinate utility locates, and schedule the site inspection. WMC Chapter 14.28 sets the following rules for R-43 properties.

What the Code Requires

• A building permit is required for every new perimeter and property line fence
• Interior fences, set back from property lines and outside required setbacks, do not require a permit
• Maximum fence height is six feet; perimeter and property line walls max four feet with a railing of up to two feet on top
• If only one side is finished, that side must face away from the property being fenced
• Barbed wire, concertina wire, and razor wire are prohibited
• Gates and gate posts can be no taller than 1.5 times the adjoining fence, with no more than two double gates per street frontage
• Changing the location, height, or materials of an existing fence requires a new permit
• The property owner must establish property lines; the town may require a survey

We build the code requirements into the plan before any posts go in, so the fence matches what the town expects at inspection.

If the fence will sit on a shared line, our guide to neighbor fence rules in Washington State covers cost sharing between owners.

How Bluff Terrain Shapes Fence Installation in Woodway

Woodway's terrain drops from wooded upland to Puget Sound, with the steepest grades on the waterfront side. A 1997 landslide moved roughly 100,000 cubic meters of material along the bluff face.

Our Approach on Woodway's Terrain

• Deeper post holes where sandy or wet soil calls for it
• Post on Pipe and PostMaster steel posts add stability in wet ground
• Stepped and racked panels follow natural grade without gaps at the base

Matching Fence Design to Woodway's Landscape

Woodway's forested lots and preservation-focused character call for fences that complement the landscape. Browse our full range of fence services for every material we install.

Wooded Interior Lots

Western Red Cedar in horizontal or board-on-board styles blends with second-growth forest canopy and resists coastal moisture.

Bluff and Waterfront Properties

Aluminum, ornamental iron, or a cedar-framed hog wire fence keeps views of Puget Sound and the Olympic Mountains open while marking the property line.

Private Roads and Shared Drives

Iron and steel add security at driveway entries. Automated gates open by keypad, remote, or app.

Large Perimeters with Mixed Needs

One plan that suits large Woodway lots: cedar on the rear line, aluminum at a view corridor, and iron at the front entry, so each section of the property matches the right function.

Planning Residential Fences Around Woodway's Protected Trees

Woodway regulates trees 8 inches and larger in trunk diameter under WMC 16.12. Digging in a tree's critical root zone in a way that can cause irreversible damage counts as tree removal under the code and can trigger penalties.

What the Tree Code Means for Your Fence Line

• An arborist sets each tree's critical root zone, generally one foot out from the trunk for every inch of diameter
• On bluff lots, removing a tree within 50 feet of the top of a steep slope needs a tree management permit
• We identify post locations at the on-site estimate and set the layout before digging
• Wood sections can be custom-built to fit uneven post spacing

What Influences the Cost of Fencing in Woodway

Large lots mean more footage and preparation than a standard install.

• Total linear footage is the primary driver, and a square one-acre lot has about 835 feet of perimeter
• Material selection ranges from chain link to premium cedar or ornamental iron
• Terrain work on bluff lots may require additional preparation and stepped panels
• Layout around protected trees can add time to post setting
• Permit fees are part of every new Woodway perimeter fence project
• Gate configuration affects the total, especially automated gates on private drives
• Old fence removal and disposal are included in your quote

Every estimate is free and itemized, and approving your quote on estimate day takes 10% off your installation.

Fence Warranty Coverage for Woodway Projects

Your warranty level depends on the post system installed. Stronger posts unlock longer coverage.

Wood Fences

• 10-Year with Jumbo Treated Posts on Pipe
• 20-Year with Cedar Posts on Pipe
• Limited Lifetime with Black Square Metal Posts

Other Material Warranties

• Chain link and ornamental iron: 10-Year warranty
• Vinyl fences: 3-Year warranty
• All gates: separate 3-Year warranty

All tiers include structural integrity, workmanship, a 100% money-back guarantee, and one-time transferability, subject to the Purchase Order and Installation Agreement.

Project Timelines for Fencing on Large Lots in Woodway

Larger properties take longer to plan, permit, and build.

Permitting

Woodway reviews permit applications in the order received, Monday through Thursday. The permit fee covers a plan check and one site inspection.

Material Lead Times

Material lead times vary by fence type and order size, and we confirm your schedule with your quote.

Installation

Most projects finish in one to three days once work begins. Large lots with slopes or mixed materials may run longer.

Inspection

We schedule the inspection and walk the finished fence with you.

Choosing the Right Fence Company in Woodway, WA

Washington State requires every fence contractor to hold an active L&I registration, a surety bond, and liability insurance. Woodway adds its own rule: contractors need a Town of Woodway business license once their work in town passes $2,000 a year. Verify state registration through Washington L&I.

Why Woodway Homeowners Choose Rare Bears

• Washington contractor license RAREBBF761N9 with full bonding and insurance
• 75 years of combined industry experience
• An in-house crew on every job, with no subcontractors
• A dedicated project manager you can reach directly throughout your build
• Written quotes with line-item pricing and no hidden fees
• Over 2,000 completed projects across Greater Seattle
• 0% interest financing for 12 or 24 months through HFS Financial, on approved credit

Homeowners rate us 4.9 out of 5 across 631 reviews. We hold every Woodway job to these standards, because earning a reputation as the best fence company in Woodway, WA starts with the work on your lot. Rare Bears meets each state requirement.

Woodway Neighborhoods and Areas We Serve

As a fence contractor in Woodway, WA, we build fences in every neighborhood listed below. Woodway sits in southwestern Snohomish County, about 15 miles north of downtown Seattle, and we plan each project around the terrain in that part of town. We also serve neighboring Shoreline and Edmonds.

• Woodway Park and the original estate lot area
• Twin Maples neighborhood
• Woodway Highlands
• Waterfront and bluff properties along Puget Sound
• Northern Woodway near the Edmonds border
• Southern Woodway near Richmond Beach and the Shoreline border
• Properties along private roads and shared drives
• Lots near the Carla Nichols Reserve and Deer Creek Park

Ready to Start Your Fence Project in Woodway?

Woodway's lot sizes and bluff grades call for more planning than a typical suburban install. Whether you need a cedar privacy fence along a wooded perimeter, ornamental iron at a private drive, or aluminum panels preserving your Puget Sound views, our team is ready to plan it as your fence contractor in Woodway, WA. Contact us for a free on-site estimate.